Neighbors: Arts champion declared for community

Congratulations to Linda Knohl, representing the Anaheim Performing Arts Center Foundation, for being the 2013 Champion of the Arts.

The contest is a fundraiser that was devised by the Anaheim Arts Council to raise money for both the art organizations in the Anaheim Arts Council and the council itself, to continue all the great art programs and art support in Anaheim.

About 100 art enthusiasts were at the Anaheim White House when the champion was revealed. Each organization sold ballots for their champion designee and the one who sold the most ballots, became the champion.

The Anaheim Arts Council is always interested in new members – both artists and those interested and supporting the arts. Visit the website at anaheimartscouncil.org or call 714-868-6094 with questions, or for information.

Garden Club to talk orchids

The Anaheim Garden Club will meet on April 19 at United Methodist Church, 1000 S. State College Blvd. Roberta Fox, an avid collector of orchids is the speaker and will address basic orchid culture concepts. The meeting begins at 10 a.m. For more information call 714-956-1890.

Free compost available Saturday

Anaheim Public Works is presenting the fifth annual compost giveaways on Saturday. The giveaway is 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Katella High School, 2200 E. Wagner Ave. Residents are limited to 60 gallons of compost material and should bring their own containers. No bags. For additional information, call Republic Services at 714-238-2444

Find out more about summer offerings

The Anaheim Community Services Department's Summer Showcase will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27 at Pearson Park Amphitheatre. Community Services will showcase all the programs available to fill summer days. A free lunch will be offered. Information will be available on day camps, classes, swim lessons, library programs, sports leagues, senior citizens' activities, golf, concerts and much more. There will be demonstrations and you can speak to instructors on site. Registration will also be available. For more information call 714-765-5191.

Forum Tuesday for parents

State Sen. Lou Correa, AbilityFirst Anaheim, Anaheim Union High School District and others are presenting a forum for parents of children with disabilities from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday. The forum will be held at the Rancho Santiago Community College District Building, 2323 N. Broadway in Santa Ana. Frank Donavan, Greater Anaheim SELPA director is the speaker and will discuss understanding the individual education plan process, early start services, rights as a parent and more. For more information and to RSVP, call 714-558-4400 or email arthur.sandoval@sen.ca.gov

Memorial to remember officers

The Anaheim Police Officers' Honorary Association is pleased to join with the Anaheim Police Association in dedicating a memorial at the main police station at 425 S. Harbor Blvd. on Wednesday. The memorial is to remember those Anaheim Police officers who were lost in the line of duty serving the citizens of Anaheim. Dedication is at 11:30 a.m. The public is invited.

YMCA spotlights young filmakers

The Anaheim Family YMCA is presenting a student film festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 27 at UltraLuxe Cinemas at the Anaheim GardenWalk, 321 W. Katella Ave. The event is free. Featured films are created by youth and teens from the Anaheim Family YMCA. For more information, visit the film festival website at anaheimymca.org/studentfilmfestival or call 714-635-9622.

Nominate public art pieces for recognition

Art in Public Places is presented by the Anaheim Arts Council and seeks to promote art within the city. The program identifies and recognizes art in public, available to everyone. All types of arts have been recognized over the years – architecture, painting, murals, ceramics, sculpture and more. The criteria for nominations is that the art must be accessible to the public, original, not contain logos or advertising and be located within the city boundaries. Send any nominations to the Art Council website at anaheimartscouncil.com or call AIPP Chairman Helen Carter at 714-533-2583.

Muzeo has lecture series on Thursdays

The Muzeo is presenting "Thursdays in April" and the lecture series is "Across the Andes." The series offers lectures, films, food, music and speakers from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every Thursday. For additional information, visit muzeo.org or call 714-765-6465.

Art students to be recognized

Anaheim Union High School District will present "Color and Light: Student Art & Photography Exhibition" on Tuesday. The reception and viewing of artwork is at 4:40 p.m., and program begins at 6 p.m. The exhibition will be held at the Muzeo at the corner of Anaheim Boulevard and Broadway. The artistic talent of Anaheim Union High School District arts students will be recognized. The district is looking for arts enthusiasts who want to contribute to the prize money awarded to outstanding artwork at the exhibition. For more information about supporting the event, contact Susan Stocks at 714-999-5408.

Y.O.L.O. on April 20

Y.O.L.O. Anaheim is coming in April. You Only Live Once will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Freedom Bible Church, 121 W. Cypress St. There will be live music, urban art and street art on display and free food. There will also be opportunities to apply for work.

Assistance League holding fundraiser

The Anaheim Assistance League will be "Cruising into Fashion" at its annual fashion show fundraiser on April 27. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. with a silent auction, the event will be held at Disneyland Hotel's Grand Ballroom. The league is honoring the Hilgenfeld Family of Gary Field and Margie Hilgenfeld-Field and Jim and Becky Field-Areias. The community partners being recognized are Terry and Donna Reinbold of Reinbold Gallery.

Movies and medicine each month

AHMC Anaheim Regional Medical Center continues to offer "Movies, Munchies and Medicine!" every month. The location is 1211 W. La Palma Ave., in the medical office building. May 8 movie is "The Great Debaters" and the speaker is Dr. Octaviano Roges, family practice, speaking on health aging. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and there is a $5 entrance fee. For more information, contact 714-774-1450.

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